Our booking system is in for a quick service. Email or WhatsApp us and we will get you on the loop.
Tell us when you're coming, who you're riding with and how much experience you've got. A real guide in Ha Giang will come back to you, usually within a day.
Your note goes to the crew in Ha Giang, not a call centre - a real guide answers it. No pressure and no hard sell either: if another trip suits you better, we'll say so.
Booking with the real Flipside? Flipside is the original Ha Giang Loop operator. We only take bookings through this website and our official WhatsApp below - if a lookalike name or site has been in touch, check with us first.
Still not sure? Ask anyway. There's no such thing as a daft question about a road like this one.
Safety is non-negotiable for us. We started the Ha Giang Loop and have been leading tours through these mountains for over a decade - long enough to know exactly what these roads demand:
Adventure, done carefully.
Our tours cater to a range of experience levels: beginner-friendly tours on easier terrain, intermediate tours with more challenging routes, and advanced tours for seasoned riders. We'll assess your skill level before recommending a suitable tour.
Typically motorbike rental (unless you bring your own), fuel, accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, a knowledgeable guide, a support vehicle where applicable, entrance fees to attractions, and basic riding gear (helmet, gloves). Check the specific tour details for the full list of inclusions.
We keep the itinerary flexible on purpose. We'll give you a general overview, but Ha Giang is remote and conditions change quickly, so we adapt routes and stops to suit the weather, the group and the road. We've been running this loop for nearly a decade and know it better than anyone, and we choose clean, comfortable, character-filled homestays and guesthouses with local connections and home-cooked meals. Don't expect a glam hotel; these are roadside places we've personally vetted, and we've built the relationships that make them special, so we don't disclose the names before the ride. You'll get a well-crafted, experience-rich adventure without the tourist traps.
These terms get confusing, especially in rural Vietnam where the lines blur. Here's a quick glossary of what you'll hear about in Ha Giang:
Bottom line: we mix the best of these during your trip - clean, character-filled, locally owned places that add to the adventure.
We'll send a detailed packing list when you book, but the essentials are:
It varies with the tour's difficulty and terrain. Beginner-friendly tours cover shorter distances, around 100-150 km a day, while intermediate and advanced tours might range from 150-250 km or more. We balance riding time with breaks for sightseeing, meals and rest, so it stays comfortable and enjoyable.
Our tours are well-planned, with contingencies for breakdowns. We have a support vehicle (or arrangements with local mechanics) that can handle repairs or provide a replacement bike if needed. Your safety and enjoyment come first, so we'll get you back on the road as quickly as possible.
We have secure storage on site, plus a safe for valuables.
We focus on quality, character and connection. We're not the cheapest, but we are the most intentional: small groups, safety first, real experiences, and a laid-back but respectful vibe. No rowdy party crowds or selfie-stick stampedes - just curious, open-minded travellers of all ages, here for the ride, the culture and the story. We build our trips for people who want adventure with meaning. If that sounds like you, we'll get along just fine.
Plans change and we understand.